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Henry II of France

Nicolò della Casa

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a man in regal attire, standing in a noble pose. He has sharp facial features, a beard, and curly hair. A laurel wreath rests on his head, and he wears detailed armor with mythological engravings. He holds a rod with a fleur-de-lis and rests his hand on a shield with a lion's face. The background is plain, with text identifying him as "Henricus II Francorum Rex."

Artwork Details

Date
1547
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3567 × 4961 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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